Also known as: Breakdown Person, Bus Person, Busser, Dish Machine Operator (DMO)
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-1%
US average: +3.5%
68,900
per year (US)
480,400
in 2025 → 475,600 (2035)
No formal educational credential
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The outlook for Dishwashers is stable, with a projected employment change of -1.0% through 2035. Despite this slight decline, approximately 68,900 job openings are expected each year, offering many opportunities to enter the field. The median annual wage for this role is about $34,810.
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$34,810
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